What is the cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Castle Douglas?

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Castle Douglas is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bathgate to Castle Douglas?

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Castle Douglas is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Castle Douglas?

No, there is no direct bus from Bathgate to Castle Douglas. However, there are services departing from St David's House and arriving at Royal Bank via Haymarket Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Whitesands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Bathgate to Castle Douglas?

The distance between Bathgate and Castle Douglas is 170 miles. The road distance is 85.8 miles.

How do I travel from Bathgate to Castle Douglas without a car?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Castle Douglas without a car is to train and bus via Carlisle which takes 5h 21m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bathgate to Castle Douglas?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Bathgate to Castle Douglas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Castle Douglas bus from?

Bathgate to Castle Douglas bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from St David's House station.

Where does the Bathgate to Castle Douglas bus arrive?

Bathgate to Castle Douglas bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Haymarket Station.

Can I drive from Bathgate to Castle Douglas?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Castle Douglas is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Bathgate to Castle Douglas.

Where can I stay near Castle Douglas?

There are 511+ hotels available in Castle Douglas.

Bathgate to Castle Douglas - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bathgate to Castle Douglas by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Royal Bankbus 500
5h 21m
Drive 85.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bathgate to Castle Douglascar 85.3 mi
1h 44m
£21–30
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from St David's House to Haymarket Stationbus X18 / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Whitesandsbus X74
6h 27m
£22–32
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Royal Bankbus 500
5h 23m
Bus
1. Take the bus from St David's House to The Exchangebus X27 / ...
2. Take the bus from Usher Hall to Whitesandsbus 101A / ...
6h 49m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bathgate to Castle Douglas.

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Distance: 169 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Bathgate, Scotland and Castle Douglas, Scotland?

You can take a bus from St David's House to Royal Bank via Haymarket Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Whitesands in around 6h 27m.

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